Old walls hold secrets that stop contractors cold — here's what's really in there.

Asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that was once extremely popular and used in building construction; however, it's ...

Renovations underway at a former auto garage now owned by Crawford Tech may have resulted in students and faculty being exposed to asbestos on multiple occasions last month, according to an ...

ASBESTOS had long been a staple in major industries like construction, shipbuilding and car manufacturing. The mineral is naturally resistant to fire, heat and corrosion. It is durable, and was used ...

Fall River firefighters' union president Michael O'Reagan says Central Station has asbestos and flood damage, contradicting a city official's report.

Exactly 150 years ago, Alexander Graham Bell made the world’s first phone call. “Come here,” he shouted into the fuzzy, one-way phone line at his partner Thomas Watson. “I want you!” (He had spilled ...

When you're doing a home renovation, it's tempting to try to DIY some of the big jobs to save money, but some projects can cause damage or even physical harm.

“Check that insulation for asbestos ASAP. Given the age of the house, it is extremely likely to contain asbestos and might be why it was sealed off,” one person advised, adding: “Asbestos is a serious ...

Before you renovate your kitchen, use this expert-approved checklist to avoid costly mistakes, manage budgets, plan layouts, and stay sane.

Plaster of Paris (POP) ceilings collapse is now a recurring phenomenon in many homes, resulting in damages, injuries and ...

"Our students in rural schools deserve a chance to learn in a safe and modern environment," said Terry Supahan, executive director of True North Organizing Network in California's North Coast, in a ...

Nestled behind hedges on a corner lot in Spokane’s historic Rockwood district, the William and Margaret Solby House is the ...